Last updated: May 24, 2023
On this page, you can learn more about grants and awards related to school health and wellness. We feature opportunities from Alberta Health Services, the Government of Alberta, and the Government of Canada. Please contact the funder directly for more information.
The health promotion facilitator assigned to your school authority may be able to help your school community tap into other grants and awards.
Current opportunities
Grants and awards from the Government of Alberta
- Community Facility Enhancement Program (CFEP) small funding stream
- Community Initiatives Program (CIP) project based grant
Grants and awards from the Government of Canada
- Local Food Infrastructure Fund
- The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award - Canada
Grants and awards from the Government of Alberta
Community Facility Enhancement Program (CFEP) small funding stream
- Health topic: Physical activity. Funding can be used to build, repair, or upgrade recreation, culture, and other community facilities.
- Who can apply: Organizations (like parent associations registered under the Societies Act of Alberta). First Nations and Métis Settlements are also eligible.
- Grant amount: Up to $125,000 for the small funding stream. Funds are awarded on a matching basis.
- How to apply: Complete the application package on the program website.
- Deadline: Next deadline for the small funding stream is September 15, 2023. There are other funding cycles in January and May.
- Website: Government of Alberta Community Facility Enhancement Program
Community Initiatives Program (CIP) project based grant
- Health topic: All. Funding is to support projects that enhance and enrich communities in Alberta, including new programs, community events, gender equity projects, technology, and portable equipment.
- Who can apply: Organizations (like parent associations registered under the Societies Act of Alberta). First Nations and Métis Settlements are also eligible.
- Grant amount: Up to $75,000. Funds are awarded on a matching basis.
- How to apply: Complete the application package on the program website.
- Deadline: Next deadline is September 15, 2023. There are other funding cycles in January and May.
- Website: Government of Alberta CIP project based grant
Grants and awards from the Government of Canada
Local Food Infrastructure Fund
- Health topic: Nutrition. Funding can be used to address food security and increase the accessibility and distribution of healthy, nutritious, and ideally local foods within communities.
- Who can apply: Eligibility is limited to: (1) not-for-profit organizations with a mandate or mission to provide community food services (2) municipal and regional governments, (3) First Nation, Metis, or Inuit organizations. Schools may apply in partnership with eligible organizations.
- Grant amount: Successful applicants receive a minimum of $15,000 and a maximum of $120,000 in grant funding.
- How to apply: Review and consider the program information before you apply, then complete the application form and required documents.
- Deadline: May 31, 2023
- Website: Local food infrastructure fund
The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award - Canada
- Health topic: All topics—youth applicants develop their own challenge programs based on personal goals in four areas: community service, skill building, physical recreation, and adventurous journey. Projects involve voluntary extra-curricular activities and require a minimum commitment of 26 weeks.
- Who can apply: Youth 14-24 years old can apply for one of three levels: bronze, silver, gold. There are minimum ages to start each level, and your program must be finished by your 25th birthday.
- Award type: This is a program that recognizes individual achievement, commitment, and passion. The award is the process, not the prize!
- How to apply: Visit dukeofed.org/getstarted to learn more. When you're ready, register with the Alberta Division at dukeofed.org/sign-up.
- Deadline: Ongoing.
- Website: dukeofed.org
Other funding opportunities
These funding sources may be used to support Alberta-based school projects focused on nutrition, physical activity, or mental health. Please contact the funder directly for more information.
This is not a full list grant opportunities. Your health promotion facilitator may be able to help you tap into other sources, especially those in your local area.
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